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Greg Abel leads first Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting as CEO

2 sources · 03 May 2026 · Share coverage ·

Greg Abel led his first Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting as CEO on Saturday (2nd), replacing Warren Buffett on the main stage. The event took place in Omaha, Nebraska, with tributes to Buffett and Charlie Munger before Abel presented the company's plans.

Greg Abel took over as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway one year ago, replacing Warren Buffett, who remains as chairman of the board. The transition marks the end of a 60-year era of Buffett's leadership at the $1 trillion conglomerate, known for its long-term investments and conservative philosophy.

1. What we know (2)

Greg Abel led the Berkshire Hathaway annual shareholders meeting as the new CEO

2 sources InvestNews Money Times

The company holds approximately $390-400 billion in cash and investments

2 sources InvestNews Money Times
2. Where coverage thins out (2)

Covered by only some sources, or where the accounts diverge.

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Berkshire's Class B shares fell 12.4% since Abel was appointed

Reported by: InvestNews
Did not cover: Money Times

Abel ruled out a potential breakup of Berkshire Hathaway

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3. What we don't know yet

No gaps declared — all sources converge on the material facts.

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